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Governor Ron DeSantis Officially Signs Supported Decision-Making into Law
Monday, June 17, 2024
On Friday, June 14, 2024, the Florida Governor signed Supported Decision-Making (SDM) into law! Florida joins the 23 other states and the District of Columbia that have passed SDM laws. Now that SDM is…
Contact Your Representatives to Pass Supported Decision-Making: HB 73 and SB 446
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Two bills that would recognize Supported Decision-Making as an alternative to guardianship in Florida law are currently making their way through the Florida legislature.
…New Video: Transitioning to Adulthood Explained
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
For people with disabilities, turning 18 is a big deal. Turning 18 means you become a legal adult, which brings new responsibilities. Learning about your future,…
New Video: Alternatives to Guardianship Explained
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
We all should be empowered to make our own decisions - whether that's deciding what to eat, or something bigger like buying your own home. No…
Guardianship Trainings in Miami on July 30 - 31 and Orlando on August 13 - 14
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Disability Rights Florida is a 2010 partner of the Lighting the Way to Guardianship and Other Decision-making Alternatives trainings. The trainings are being held in…